2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Corsa | C4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |